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Watford Observer

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 09:58:12 +0100
Warning to those holidaying abroad after alcohol rule change
Jason Walker is warning holiday goers to read the fine print of their all-inclusive holiday packages after a rule change.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 16:32:32 +0100
New Watford General Hospital car park prices hiked
Parking prices have been hiked at Watford General Hospital's new car park, which will open to the public tomorrow (April 29).

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 11:30:00 +0100
Carters Steam Fair to cease touring this year
Carters Steam Fair have announced that this tour will be their last.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:15:32 +0100
Police investigating burglary at builders' merchant near Bushey
More than a thousand pounds worth of power tools have been stolen from a builders' merchant.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:45:00 +0100
Candidates clash over development at Watford mayoral hustings
Political rivals clashed over who is responsible for tower blocks that have sprung up or been approved in Watford in recent years.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Planned road closures in Watford, Rickmansworth and Oxhey
Motorists may find their journeys disrupted due to planned road closures across our area for roadworks.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Food hygiene: All the Watford eateries rated up until April
Inspectors appeared impressed in a list of highly-rated eateries across Watford after recent visits.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 17:42:00 +0100
Arriva buses avoiding Watford High Street stops because of bollards
A bus operator has been avoiding Watford High Street because its vehicles are getting 'trapped' by faulty bollards.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Stevens Fun Fair set NOT to come to Watford this year
Stevens Fun Fair will not come to Watford this year unless it can open in Cassiobury Park after organisers deemed other sites unsuitable.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Petition launched over 24 storey tower planned in Clarendon Road
A developer has been branded "greedy" after submitting revised plans to build a larger tower block in Watford.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 05:30:00 +0100
Watford Junction delay: Person died after being hit by train
A person has died after being hit train yesterday (April 28).

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 08:16:10 +0100
James Corden reveals reason for quitting Late Late Show in lengthy statement
Corden said the decision had been “really hard” but he was “immensely proud” of the programme, which he has hosted since March 2015.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
BBC Here We Go: Full cast and when is it on
The new sitcom has a stellar cast including Gavin and Staceys Alison Steadman.

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
See Buyagift's Downton Abbey inspired experiences for fans of BBC series as new film airs
Here's a selection of Downton Abbey inspired experiences from Buyagift.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Minister Steve Barclay visits Watford charity Hand on Heart
The efforts of a Watford-based charity have been hailed as “a brilliant example of the kindness and generosity displayed up and down the country” by a government minister.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 18:23:13 +0100
Train disruptions at Watford Junction after person hit by train
Trains are being cancelled at Watford Junction after a person was hit by a train.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Ofsted: Longwood Nursery in Bushey rated 'good'
Children demonstrated “high levels of independence” and “great confidence” in a recent visit by Ofsted inspectors.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Police station in St Albans Road opened near to four Watford pubs
The Watford Observer is again delighted to be teaming up with its friends at Watford Museum to take another journey back to the past to recall the key events and dates that helped shape the town’s future.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Campaigner calling for awareness on Highway Code changes
A campaigner who almost got hit a couple of times while crossing a “dangerous” junction has warned more pedestrians could be injured if the lack of awareness of the Highway Code continues.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:48:54 +0100
iPhone users warned over full list of phones that will no longer work or be obsolete
The iPhone has become the most popular mobile phone device in the world since its first release all the way back in 2007.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Watford weekend Met Office weather forecast
See what to expect from the weather this bank holiday weekend.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0100
Boxer Tyson Fury celebrates victory with family in Letchmore Heath
Boxer Tyson Fury celebrated his victory over the weekend by visiting a local pub and restaurant with family and friends.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Ofsted: Bush-E-Babes Nursery requires improvement
A nursery was told it ‘requires improvement’ after inspectors took note of “disinterested” staff.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:28:02 +0100
Is WhatsApp down? Why WhatsApp is saying connecting and more
Whatsapp users were reporting issues with the messaging platform on Thursday, April 28.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:15:04 +0100
Is WhatsApp down? Why WhatsApp is saying connecting and more
Whatsapp users were reporting issues with the messaging platform on Thursday, April 28.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 16:38:00 +0100
How to make flavoured Myprotein ice lollies in time for summer
Make summery ice lollies and virgin mojitos with these Myprotein recipes.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:02:31 +0100
BBC Eastenders and Doctor Who star Ann Davies dies aged 87 as fans pay tribute
Ann was married to The Good Life star Richard Briers will be “very much missed” by her daughters, Lucy Briers of ITV’s Endeavour and Katie.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:37:00 +0100
Wickes launches Garden Power and Woodcare sale on lawnmowers, pressure washers and more
Wickes has major discounts on its lawnmowers, pressure washers and wood treatments. See the best deals.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:38:32 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday April 28
Here's a selection of items you'll find in Aldi Specialbuys and Lidl's middle aisle from Thursday, April 28.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:37:11 +0100
National Superhero Day: BargainMax assembles top Marvel and DC Comics toys
National Superhero Day is a day where anyone and everyone can be a hero, so long as they have the right equipment. How to get yours from BargainMax.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:17:18 +0100
Delays on M25 after crash near Kings Langley & Watford - recap
There were delays on the M25 today after a crash near Kings Langley and Watford. Read our blog for a recap.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Rickmansworth School opens new Innovation & Design block
A new school block has opened offering children three new classrooms and 3D printing technology.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Memories of Watford playing Portsmouth and Millwall in two days
The Watford Observer has again teamed with its friends at the Watford Treasury to share stories from previous issues of YBR! - Yellow Black & Red!

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:51:23 +0100
Investigation launched after railway worker hit by train
An investigation has been launched after a railway worker was hit by a Met Line train.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:53:07 +0100
Bike stolen TWICE outside Watford McDonald's sparks warning
A teenager was left “angry and upset” after his bike was stolen twice in six months from the same rack outside McDonald’s.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:58:38 +0100
Man with cocaine and knuckle duster attacks police in Northwood
A motorist armed with a knuckle-duster and cocaine fled police and assaulted an officer.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:29:00 +0100
Noughts + Crosses: cast list and when is it on
The hit BBC show based on the Malorie Blackman returns for season 2.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:18:00 +0100
Housing target for Watford reduced by around 1,700 homes
Watford Borough Council has had some rare joy reducing its housing target set by the Government for the town.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:50:07 +0100
Man sentenced over indecent images of a child in Watford
A man has been given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order with numerous conditions after being caught with indecent images of a child.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 11:57:00 +0100
Crane goes up ahead of major St Albans Road homes scheme
There is a notable new addition to Watford's skyline - a crane that will play a pivotal role in the construction of Watford's tallest ever building.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Former Meriden School land moves step closer to being sold off
Land formerly used for a primary school looks likely to be redeveloped after the green light was given to sell if off.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:50:00 +0100
Honest Burgers opens branch in Watford town centre
A new restaurant has officially opened its doors in Watford today.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Watford Observer set to host virtual mayoral hustings this evening
The Watford Observer is set to host a debate this evening with the three candidates vying to become Watford's mayor when voters go to the polls on May 5.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Some of the spots where you'll see the 28 storey tower in Watford
A huge crane can be seen for miles - which means a development of tower blocks will also be visible once completed.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Locals say Warner Bros studios expansion will 'destroy' green belt
A proposal to expand the Warner Bros studios in Leavesden is being met with some resistance by locals.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:54:51 +0100
Ukraine Crisis Appeal raises more than £33,000 for Red Cross thanks to Newsquest readers
Newsquest's Ukraine Crisis Appeal has raised more than £33,000 thanks to the amazing generosity of our readers.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:10:30 +0100
Sir Cliff Richard to perform as part of Queen's Platinum Jubilee show
This will be the fourth Platinum Jubilee in which Sir Cliff has taken part in

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:34:16 +0100
Netflix's The Crown posts casting call for a young Kate Middleton
The streaming service is looking for someone with a strong physical resemblance to Kate.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:01:48 +0100
Madeleine McCann police issue update over suspect Christian B's 'alibi'
A statement issued last week by Portuguese authorities, declared Christian B as a formal suspect.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 08:31:46 +0100
New law raises minimum age for marriage to 18 in England and Wales
Those aged 16 or 17 could previously get married with parental consent



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